Seed Sales - Agricultural/seed, chemical and fertilizer

Nutrien; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien in Cecilia, KY is seeking an Associate Seed Sales professional to develop prospects among growers and drive agricultural inputs sales to meet and exceed targets. You will help ensure customer satisfaction through timely delivery and product quality.

The role requires a university degree or equivalent experience, 2+ years in agriculture, and 5+ years farming industry exposure. Proficiency with Word/Excel and sales experience are preferred, with on-site work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years agriculture experience with knowledge of agricultural inputs.
• 2+ years’ experience using standard concepts and procedures within the agriculture industry.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and related software.

Responsibilities

• Develop new prospects and interact with growers to grow seed/chemical/fertilizer sales and meet sales goals.
• Ensure customer satisfaction with on-time delivery and product quality.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase sales of proprietary products.
• Advise growers on agricultural issues and prescribe actions to resolve issues.

Skills

Sales experience

MS Word/Excel

Education

University degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

SEED SALES - AGRICULTURAL/SEED, CHEMICAL AND FERTILIZER

Seed Sales - Agricultural/seed, chemical and fertilizer

Location: Cecilia, KY, USA, 42724

Experience Level: Associate

Workplace Type: On-Site Experience Level: Associate Job Type: Full Time

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven®Seed and Dyna-Gro®Seed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.

What You'll Do:

• Develop new prospects and interact with existing growers to increase agricultural inputs sales to meet and exceed sales goals. Manage sales to meet profit margin goals
• Assure customer satisfaction of products including, but not limited to on time and accurate delivery and quality of product
• Develop and implement strategies to increase the sales of proprietary products
• Consult with growers on agricultural issues and prescribe appropriate actions to resolve issues. Resolve issues associated with adverse product results
• Perform initial credit review of customers to understand credit risk. Provide necessary information to Credit Manager in order to choose credit limits
• Collect outstanding accounts receivables from customers
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring:

• University degree preferred, in lieu of degree, 5+ years agriculture experience and high school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years’ experience using standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the agriculture industry, as well as the application of agricultural chemicals
• Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
• Sales experience preferred

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured.

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien

GROW WITH US. FEED THE FUTURE.

At Nutrien, we never stop growing, because our world never does. Our size can help us weather a storm, but with that ability comes a great responsibility—to our growers and customers, our employees and shareholders, our communities, and the planet.